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Outside of the Box

Christine G
NHRL
Combat Robotics
Battlebots
National STEM Festival
Robot Rampage
MRCA
Robotics
STEM Education
LEGO Masters
Erbert
SEMO Robotics
Survivor (TV Show)
Thagomizer
Fingers Crossed
Ring Spinner
3D Printing
Auckland, New Zealand
Princesses With Power Tools
Crab Rangoon
Strikepoint

Check out the award-nominated podcast featuring host Christine Giver talking to guests spanning the combat robotics and STEM communities as well as a little nerdy talk with friends in entertainment and gaming. We have many segments including Bot Buddies, Robot Roundtables and both BattleBots and NHRL breakdowns featuring special co-host Ashley Beckman! If you love nerding out about robots, STEM, g... more

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This episode features nerd royalty as Christine talks to writer, actor and entrepreneur Felicia Day about the upcoming Guild Movie Kickstarter that launches on July 20th! Felicia talks about everything from her amazing relationships with her cast mem... more

BattleBots is back baby and so is Christine with a recap and interview covering the first two episodes of Pro League. She is first joined by James & Kyle Kirkpatrick of the new Team Copperhead to talk about the debut of the youngest driver in BattleB... more

For this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Christian Hubicki who is not only an accomplished robotics professor, but has also competed on TV's Survivor - recently as part of Season 50. We chatted about everything from the incorportatio... more

For this episode, I sat down with Marifer of Reinvented Magazine. Our discussion centers on their Princesses with Power Tools program which adds a bit of whimsy to teaching kids real life skills and show them that they are capable of more than they t... more

In this special episode, get ready for an incredible conversation with the amazing Xyla Foxlin. We sat down to chat about her love of aviation, her STEM journey, her passions and more! As a STEM creator, it was truly a pleasure to talk to someone who... more

We're diving into some archetypes that will leave your head spinning as they are some of the most complex to build. I spoke with the teams behind The Greatest Challenge, Chonkiv and Event Horizon/Singularity about each of their robots and how they st... more

On this episode, I talked with National STEM Champion Elle Saleeby who took a scary situation and turned it into an innovative opportunity to help fellow young people. Kids are frequently in danger of being hit by a vehicle while walking to school. W... more

It is once again that time of year for the National STEM Festival and this episode is all about incorporating recycling into 3D Printing technology. I sat down with Champion Levi Dunn whose passion for both recycling and 3D printing came together in ... more

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Christian Hubicki
Robot assistant professor at Florida State University and two-time Survivor competitor
Florida State University
Episode: Talking STEM and Survivor with Christian Hubicki on Outside of the Box
Xyla Foxlin
engineer, YouTuber, maker, advocate for women in STEM
Episode: Xyla Foxlin Talks About Aviation, Being a Maker & More on Outside of the Box
Elle Saleeby
National STEM Champion; 10th grade student
National STEM Festival
Episode: National STEM Champion Elle Saleeby on Outside of the Box
Levi Dunn
National STEM Festival finalist and project inventor
National STEM Festival
Episode: National STEM Champion Levi Dunn & EXPLR Co-Founder Kari Byron on Outside of the Box
Kari Byron
Explr Media co‑founder and maker advocate
Explr
Episode: National STEM Champion Levi Dunn & EXPLR Co-Founder Kari Byron on Outside of the Box
David Dreyer
Xenomorph builder from WPI
Xenomorph Team
Episode: April NHRL Recap on Outside of the Box
Evan Rosenblatt
Blunder builder from WPI
Team WPI
Episode: April NHRL Recap on Outside of the Box
Liam King
Builder of multiple archetypes, frequent guest on combat robotics discussions
Episode: Robot Archetype Roundtable Discussion on Outside of the Box
Brandon Young
Builder of multiple archetypes, active in discussions about combat robotics design
Episode: Robot Archetype Roundtable Discussion on Outside of the Box

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Christine Giver
Host of Outside of the Box

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SEMO July Jamboree Recap on Outside of the Box
Q: How did you get into combat robotics, and how has your engineering background influenced your approach?
Christopher describes an engineering path through Iowa State, solar car projects, and a gradual entry into combat robotics driven by watching NHRL videos; he emphasizes that engineering helps, but the sport still relies on experimentation, iteration, and learning through doing.
FIRST Tech Challenge Recap on Outside of the Box
Q: What made your team decide to come all the way here to this competition?
Alexandra answered that they wanted to leave this experience and bring diversity to the FTC scene in America, highlighting the importance of representing their team and learning from a broader, more diverse environment.
FIRST Tech Challenge Recap on Outside of the Box
Q: Tell me your name.
Alexandra replied that she is from Romania and part of a team that traveled to compete in the FTC, joining the host on the show floor to share their experiences and impressions of the event.
Circle City Clash PopCon Panel featuring Brian Boxell & Ellie Clark
Q: What are the biggest differences between running a BattleBot and a three-pound robot?
Brian explains that BattleBots are a bigger team and logistics challenge, while smaller robots require one person to handle multiple roles, with more hands-on tinkering and faster iteration.
Marifer w/Reinvented Magazine Talks About Princesses With Power Tools on Outside of the Box
Q: Could you walk us through the Princesses with Power Tools program and what makes it effective for young learners?
The program uses familiar, friendly faces like princesses to lower intimidation around tools, encouraging kids to try activities and build confidence. Volunteers often create their own costumes, sparking conversations that turn into hands-on learning experiences where kids end up taking home projects and new skills.

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What is Outside of the Box about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on combat robotics, STEM education, and maker culture, blending technical deep-dives with practical insights from builders, teams, and industry advocates. Episodes frequently cover robot archetypes, competition strategy, live-event breakdowns, and hands-on making—from 3D printing and injection molding to drive trains and weapon systems—while weaving in mentorship, inclusivity, and community storytelling. Notable is the mix of high-skill, tech-first conversations with accessible education moments, plus regular roundtable discussions that explore sportsmanship, collaboration, and the evolving landscape of live events like NHRL and BattleBots. Potential guests range from student innovators and educators to veteran builders an... more

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